Drying a structure correctly isn't about running a few fans and hoping — it's a calculated process based on temperature, humidity, and airflow readings.
Our Olivia, MN drying plans start with thermal imaging to map exactly where moisture is hiding.
We calculate drying requirements using temperature and humidity data, not a flat per-room rule.
Low Grain Refrigerant dehumidifiers pull significantly more moisture from the air than consumer-grade units.
We map hidden moisture with thermal imaging before finalizing equipment placement.
Moisture readings are logged daily throughout the Structural Drying And Dehumidification job so progress is measurable, not assumed.
Below is the calculated, documented process our Olivia, MN teams follow.
The assessment sets the baseline every later reading gets measured against.
Thermal imaging often reveals moisture has traveled further than the visible damage suggested.
Dehumidifier capacity is matched to the calculated moisture load for that specific space.
A technician returns daily to take moisture readings and log progress against the drying plan.
We adjust drying speed for sensitive materials like hardwood and cabinetry to prevent secondary damage.
Final verification compares closing readings against the material-specific dry standard, not a general guess.
We ask enough to bring the right instruments on the first visit.
Equipment for psychrometric assessment is standard on every drying dispatch.
You'll see the calculated plan and cost before drying equipment goes down.
A written verification report backs the final sign-off.
"The thermal imaging found moisture behind a wall that looked completely fine from the outside. Would have missed it otherwise." — Julian R.
"They came back every single day to take readings and showed me the numbers improving. Felt like real science, not guesswork." — Monique T.
"Our hardwood floor didn't warp because they slowed the drying process down specifically for it." — Grant P.
Visual appearance doesn't confirm dryness — instrument readings are needed to catch what's not visible.
Psychrometrics uses scientific formulas to size the drying plan to the actual moisture load.
Most jobs run 3-5 days, though hardwood and cabinetry may need longer, more controlled drying.
You'll see the actual numbers improve each day through documented logs.
Yes, we use slower, controlled drying specifically calibrated for hardwood to prevent warping.
We reassess the plan, since stalled readings usually mean equipment placement or capacity needs adjusting, not just more time.
Our Olivia, MN drying teams cover Olivia and nearby communities with thermal imaging and LGR equipment staged for dispatch.
Speak directly with our structural drying team.
Call +1-844-833-1325